Answer the call to advance patient care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in California’s picturesque Lodi region. This dynamic travel assignment invites you to make a tangible impact over several weeks, beginning January 26, 2026, with a competitive weekly pay range of $1,699 to $1,811 and the potential for contract extensions. As you bring expert respiratory support to diverse clinical teams, you’ll experience the satisfaction of guiding patients through recovery, improving outcomes, and mentoring peers along the way. You’ll join a supportive network designed to help you excel, while you explore a region famed for its community spirit, wine country charm, and outdoor allure.
California’s Lodi offers more than a clinical setting; it invites you to savor a lifestyle where quality care meets a high quality of life. Nestled in the northern Central Valley, Lodi blends vibrant local dining, strollable streets, and easy access to outdoor adventures. You’ll enjoy the region’s renowned wine trails, picturesque riverfront parks, and welcoming neighborhoods. And when you’re ready to explore beyond, this assignment provides the opportunity to travel to varied locations across the U.S., expanding your professional horizon while you build a robust, diverse resume.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Core responsibilities: as an essential member of the respiratory care team, you will perform comprehensive bedside assessments, manage ventilator support and weaning, administer inhalation therapies and bronchodilators, conduct aerosolized treatments, perform airway clearance techniques, collect and analyze arterial blood gases, and document findings accurately. You’ll collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to develop individualized care plans, respond to acute changes in patient status, and educate patients and families on therapy goals and home care strategies.
- Professional growth: this assignment is designed to broaden your clinical repertoire across adult and, where available, pediatric populations. You’ll have access to mentorship from experienced RRTs, opportunities to pursue specialty certifications, and exposure to progressive care, ICU, and step-down environments that sharpen critical thinking and decision-making in fast-paced settings.
- Competitive benefits and extensions: in addition to a competitive weekly rate, you may receive a signing bonus, housing assistance or stipends, and extension options based on performance and facility needs. Given the travel nature, the position supports flexible scheduling and the potential to extend into longer-term assignments aligned with your career goals.
- Comprehensive support: our travel team provides 24/7 assistance, including clinical and logistics support, to ensure you feel secure whether you’re on-site or between assignments. You’ll have access to continuous operational guidance, credentialing help, and a dedicated liaison who coordinates housing, payroll, and site onboarding so you can focus on clinical excellence.
Company values:
Our organization is built on empowering clinicians to advance their careers while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. We foster a collaborative, respectful environment where continuous learning, safety, and well-being are core. You’ll be supported to grow—from pursuing additional credentials to taking on leadership opportunities within multidisciplinary teams—while enjoying a culture that values your contributions and professional development.
Call to action:
If you’re ready to broaden your impact as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and embrace new experiences across California and beyond, this is your invitation to join a company that recognizes and nurtures your expertise. Apply now to embark on a journey that combines clinical excellence with personal growth, in a community-focused setting that respects your time and rewards your dedication. The opportunity to shape patient outcomes while exploring diverse locales awaits you in Lodi and across the country.
Note: Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. This assignment is intended for several weeks with the start date specified above; extensions are possible based on performance and facility needs.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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